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Re: Engaging Gears Perpendicular to Shaft Direction?

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Originally Posted by Cory
I dont see why this would be any more beneficial than the "traditional" method. You would have to have your shaft and bearing in some sort of slot so that the gear could be engaged. It seems quite a bit more complex for no obvious benefit. Maybe there is one that I just dont see, but as cool as this seems, It doesnt really look too practical to me.

Cory
Well, it all depends on application.

I agree a sloted shaft and gear wouldn't be pretty difficult and wouldn't save any complexity. That's why I've got a gear moving on a pivot. Just looking for feedback on this. Thanks!

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